5 DIY Boot and Shoe Racks for Small Entryways

Boot up Your Small Entryway With Shoe Storage

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How can you stop dirty winter footwear from tracking muck all over your home? You can keep your abode cleaner with one of these five DIY shoe racks. Each one carves out a convenient spot near your front door for boots and shoes.

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How to Make a Copper Shoe Rack

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This ingenious floating shoe rack will keep your winter footwear off the floor and neatly organized. You can find all the materials you'll need to DIY at most hardware stores.

It will cost around $56 per shelf to make. Here's a breakdown of project materials:

Floor flanges: You'll need three for each shelf. Each one will cost around $6.

Copper adapters: Each shelf requires two. They cost around $7 each.

Copper elbows: These are usually pretty cheap. You'll need one per shelf, and they'll cost you less than $1 each.

Copper T-adaptor: Each shelf requires one. Expect to pay $8 each.

Copper pipe: Price depends on how wide and deep you want to make each shelf. Five-feet of pipe costs around $15.

FYI, this project requires a pipe cutter. They usually cost around $20.

Tip: You can significantly reduce your out of pocket costs by buying secondhand pipe and fittings.

How to Make a Rolling Shoe Rack

If you're tired of that huge pile of shoes next to your front door, you'll love this DIY rolling shoe rack. It's big enough to keep your favorite winter footwear neatly stored and organized. The wheels also make it a cinch to move when needed.

The wood and casters needed for this DIY will cost you around $42 if you stick to midrange materials. Here's a breakdown of what you'll need to buy:

A sheet of thick plywood. Size depends on the height of your footwear and how many shoes and boots you want to store. A 4-ft by 8-ft sheet costs around $30.